Service Desk Analyst

ParentPay Limited; Coventry; On-site; GBP 20,000 - GBP 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading customer support company is seeking a Service Desk Analyst for a 12-month maternity cover position in Coventry, UK. The role focuses on providing first-line support for software-related issues, managing customer requests via multiple communication channels. Candidates should possess strong communication skills, a problem-solving mindset, and the ability to work independently under pressure. Familiarity with ServiceNow and experience in mobile device management would be advantageous. The position is part-time, fixed-term.

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to delivering outstanding customer service.
• Experience in customer support roles is beneficial.
• Ability to maintain clear communication with customers.

Responsibilities

• Provide first-line support to customers.
• Log all support requests accurately on ServiceNow.
• Escalate issues to the Team Leader in a timely manner.
• Liaise with colleagues to resolve incidents.
• Keep customers informed of progress and resolution.
• Increase first-time fixes through effective documentation.
• Maintain up-to-date product knowledge through training.

Skills

Analytical approach to problem solving

Excellent communication skills

Ability to communicate technical issues to non-technical customers

Self-motivated and able to work without direct supervision

Ability to work under pressure

Experience in mobile device management

Effective communication at all levels

Tools

ServiceNow

Job description

12 Month Maternity Cover - Service Desk Analyst

Department: Customer Support

Employment Type: Fixed Term - Part Time

Location: Coventry, UK

Description

As a Service Desk Analyst, you will act as the first point of contact for customers experiencing software-related issues. Requests are received via phone, email, and web chat, so excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential, along with a strong commitment to delivering outstanding customer service.

All enquiries must be accurately logged within the ServiceNow application to ensure cases are effectively tracked and managed. You will be responsible for providing first-line support while working within agreed SLAs.

The role also involves the efficient and timely escalation of issues, keeping customers informed of progress and resolution throughout. You will be expected to identify opportunities to improve the service we provide to our customer base and to consistently represent the company in a professional, courteous, and helpful manner. This is a 12 month fixed term contact position.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1st Line Support to internal and external customers via telephone, email, and web chat.
• Accurately and professionally log all support requests on the ServiceNow system to ensure effective tracking and management.
• Escalate issues requiring further investigation to the Team Leader in a timely manner, ensuring faults are clearly documented to support swift resolution.
• Liaise with colleagues across departments to resolve incidents, maintain clear customer communication, and deliver a positive customer experience.
• Take responsibility for keeping customers fully informed of progress and resolution while building strong customer relationships.
• Increase first-time fixes through effective information sharing and documentation within the staff knowledge base.
• Maintain up-to-date product and software knowledge by following standard processes and procedures and attending relevant internal and external training as required.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Must have an analytical approach to problem solving.
• Can demonstrate excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• Can communicate technical issues to a non-technical customer.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work without direct supervision, taking responsibility for completing assigned tasks to the required deadlines.
• The ability to work under pressure and prioritise workload effectively
• Experience in mobile device management would be advantageous
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels